Bill > AB454

This bill permanently establishes the California Migratory Bird Protection Act, which makes it unlawful to take or possess any migratory bird designated in the federal Migratory Bird Treaty Act (a law that protects various bird species), including any birds that may be added to the federal list in the future. The bill repeals a previous version of the law that was set to expire on January 1, 2026 and replaces it with a permanent prohibition on harming or capturing migratory birds. The protection applies to birds listed in the federal act before January 1, 2025, and any additional birds that may be designated after that date, with exceptions allowed only for specific rules and regulations established by the U.S. Secretary of the Interior. The bill is considered an urgency statute, meaning it will take effect immediately, and its proponents argue that it is necessary to protect California's diverse bird species and their ecosystems from harmful human activities. Additionally, the bill specifies that no state reimbursement is required for local agencies because the act primarily relates to creating or modifying criminal provisions.

Agriculture and Natural Resources, Budget and Finance

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